Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 9:02 PM
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Launch Light & Moon — August 2
local timeWaning Gibbous (79% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Valelntine National Wildlife Refuge
| Location | Nebraska |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Duck Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 42.546534, -100.726148 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Cherry |
Valelntine National Wildlife Refuge is a public boat launch providing access to Duck Lake in Nebraska at coordinates 42.54653, -100.72615. Data published by Nebraska Game and Parks Commission (NE GPC).
Valelntine National Wildlife Refuge is a public boat launch on Duck Lake in Cherry County, Nebraska. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Valelntine National Wildlife Refuge
Is Valelntine National Wildlife Refuge free to use?
Yes, Valelntine National Wildlife Refuge is a public boat launch with free access in Nebraska.
What water does Valelntine National Wildlife Refuge access?
Valelntine National Wildlife Refuge provides boat launch access to Duck Lake in Nebraska.
How do I get to Valelntine National Wildlife Refuge?
Valelntine National Wildlife Refuge is located at coordinates 42.546534, -100.726148 in Nebraska. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
6 additional boat launches are located within 3.9 mi of Valelntine National Wildlife Refuge, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.